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India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Shabana and I've been sleeping on streets: Javed Akhtar reacts to Pak actor's remark
Lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar has responded to Pakistani actor Bushra Ansari's recent comments against him. In a calm but clear statement during an interview, Akhtar questioned Ansari's right to tell him to 'stay quiet.'Bushra Ansari had earlier mocked Akhtar on social media, saying he "can't even get a house on rent in Mumbai" and that he should 'stay quiet like Naseeruddin Shah.' Akhtar didn't hold back in his said Naseeruddin Shah stays quiet, so I should too. But who is she to decide when I should speak? Who gave her that right?' Akhtar asked in an interview with The Lallantop. He further said, 'Yes, we Indians do have our internal issues. But when someone from outside points fingers, I am first and foremost an Indian. I won't stay silent.' Responding to the claim that he couldn't find a house in Mumbai, Akhtar laughed and said sarcastically, 'Yes, of course! Shabana and I are sleeping on the streets now.'He then explained the story that may have led to this rumour. 'About 25 years ago, Shabana wanted to buy a flat. The broker told us the owner didn't want to sell to Muslims because his family was forced out of Sindh during Partition. That anger came from his personal pain, not religion. So how can Bushra Ansari twist this and use it against me?'advertisementThe whole issue started after Akhtar's recent speech at the Gauravshaali Maharashtra Mahotsav, where he strongly condemned the killing of 26 tourists by terrorists in Pahalgam. 'Yeh baat humein bhulni nahi chahiye, yeh mamooli baat nahi hai (This is something we must not forget; it is not a small matter),' Akhtar had reacted sharply, saying, 'Unko toh bas bahana chahiye. Bombay mein makaan kiraye pe nahi milta tha (They just needed an excuse... that they couldn't find a house to rent in Bombay)' She also added, 'Chup ho jaayein. Naseeruddin Shah bhi toh chup hain (Stay quiet. Even Naseeruddin Shah is quiet)'But Javed Akhtar made it clear - he won't be silenced. 'They should look at their own history before pointing fingers at us,' he Watch IN THIS STORY#Javed Akhtar
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Shabana and I have been sleeping on the streets,' says Javed Akhtar REACTING to Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari who said he should keep quiet like Naseeruddin Shah
When there was a terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22, Javed Akhtar had displayed patriotism as he said an an event, 'Yeh baat humein bhulni nahi chahiye, yeh mamooli baat nahi hai. (We shouldn't forget this).' He had spoken against Pakistan at Gauravshaali Maharashtra Mahotsav. However, Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari had reacted to him and said that he should keep quiet like Naseeruddin Shah . She had shared a video on social media in which she said, "Humare writer so-called, unko toh bahana hi chahiye tha. Actually, unko toh makaan kiraaye pe nahi milta tha Bombay mein (Our so called writer is even refused a flat in Mumbai).' She added, 'Chaloji chup karjaaye aap. Naseeruddin Shah bhi toh hai, who chup baithe hai na? Aur bhi toh chup baithe hai na? Jiske dil mein jo hai who rakkha rahe. (Please stay quiet just like Naseeruddin Shah. Others are also quiet, you too be quiet please).' She had also said that Akhtar should keep quiet as he's on the verge of dying now. Javed Akhtar has finally reacted to this video of Bushra. He said in an interview with Lallantop, 'There is this Pakistani actress, Bushra Ansari, she often talks about me. She once advised me to keep quiet. She said something like, 'Naseeruddin Shah stays quiet, you should too.' My question to her is: 'Who is she to tell me when to talk and when not to? Who gave you this right and why do you expect me to take your advise?'' When the interviewer further asked him that Bushra had said that Akhtar didn't get a house in Mumbai, he said, "We internally might have several problems (referring to India), but if an outsider comes to comment, I am an Indian. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Why do they forget that? I won't keep quiet.' When the interviewer said the the actress claimed that he doesn't even get a house on rent in Mumbai, Javed sarcastically replied, 'Yes right, Shabana and I have been sleeping on the streets lately. Kya yaar, ab kya bole?' He laughed and said. Akhtar further recalled what had happened and said, 'About 25 years ago, Shabana wanted to buy a flat for investment purpose. But the broker said that the owner will not sell his house to a Muslim. But, do you know why he refused? He refused it because his parents stayed in Sindh from where these Pakistanis shooed them away. Anyone with a wound that big and deep, will react the way the owner reacted. If that day, Shabana was refused a flat, it was not because she was a Muslim, but it was because the owner was displacing his revenge someplace else for what his parents went through. So who is she (Bushra Ansari) to take a dig at this, and ask me to keep quiet? They must look into their own doings before commenting.' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
India.com
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
When Naseeruddin Shah said Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan haven't done any great films, called them 'poor'; 'Sholay isn't great...'
When we talk about outspoken Bollywood actors, Naseeruddin Shah's name comes first. He is a veteran of Hindi cinema, known for his candour. He never shies away from speaking the truth, even if it means challenging the industry's biggest names. While competition and disputes among stars are common, did you know that Naseeruddin Shah once remarked on two of Bollywood's most iconic figures: Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan. Yes, you read it right! Shah's blunt statements on Khanna and Bachchan made several headlines. But that didn't stop him for doing what he does the most. Naseeruddin Shah spoke about actors and their legacies in an old interview. He made harsh comments about Amitabh Bachchan and Rajesh Khanna. In an interview with NewsX, he talked about Big B's film Sholay, that he didn't like it. 'He hasn't made any great film, Sholay is not a great film, it's entertaining for sure but not great', said Shah. In another interview, Naseeruddin spoke about Rajesh Khanna and said, 'In fact, it was the 70s when mediocrity came in Hindi films. That's when the actor called Rajesh Khanna joined the industry. For all his success, I think Mr Khanna was a very limited actor. In fact, he was a poor actor. Intellectually, he wasn't the most alert person I have ever met. His taste ruled the industry.'
Pink Villa
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
'There's no worse torture...': Naseeruddin Shah recalls his realization that 'no amount of money' was worth agony of tirelessly working
Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah is known for his honesty, and he recently opened up about the toll his hectic work schedule once took on him. Speaking candidly, Shah said, 'There's no worse torture in the world' than juggling three film shoots a day. In a brutally honest reflection, he revealed that there was a time in his career when he took on back-to-back films only for the money, a decision he now views with regret. Shah explained how the constant hopping from one film set to another left him exhausted. 'I was acting in several lovely movies just for money. And I realized no amount of money is worth this agony,' he admitted. According to the actor, the pressure wasn't just about delivering performances, it also involved wasting time in routines that felt pointless. He recalled how much of the day on set was often spent socializing, having breakfast, enjoying the surroundings, and indulging in gossip before actually getting to work. His wife, actor Ratna Pathak Shah, had a different experience. She shared on the Aadyam Theater YouTube podcast that she never had to endure the chaos of managing three shifts a day like her husband. She believed that doing fewer projects allowed her to stay true to her craft. Though she admitted most of her work wasn't of the highest quality, she emphasized that unless she gave her full effort, the result would never feel or sound right. Ratna also expressed that because she took on so few roles, she found it impossible to cut corners. She mentioned that while actors doing four shifts a day might be tempted to rush through roles, she felt a strong responsibility to give her best when a good project came her way after years. At the FICCI Flo Hyderabad summit, Ratna also reflected on her marriage, admitting that Naseeruddin's unwavering focus on his work had once left her feeling overshadowed. However, she had come to terms with it over time. She acknowledged his dedication and generosity, both as an actor and as a director, and appreciated the support he offered to others in bringing out their best performances. Married since 1982, Naseeruddin Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah continue to collaborate on stage, demonstrating their shared love for theatre, even if their professional approaches differ. Naseeruddin Shah has delivered powerful performances in several iconic films across genres. In Masoom (1983), he portrayed a father grappling with guilt and responsibility, while Sparsh (1980) showcased his sensitive portrayal of a visually impaired principal. He brought depth to A Wednesday! (2008) as a mysterious vigilante and delivered a chilling performance in Nishant (1975), a landmark parallel cinema film. His roles in Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983), Iqbal (2005), Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyun Aata Hai (1980), and Pestonjee (1988) further reflect his range, making him one of Indian cinema's most respected and versatile actors.
India Today
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Naseeruddin Shah recalls working '3 shifts a day' just for money: No worse torture
Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah recently opened up about the harsh realities of working in the film industry and the personal toll it can take on an artiste. He recalled once working three back-to-back shifts in a single on the Aadyam Theatre podcast, the acclaimed actor recalled a time when financial necessity pushed him to take on multiple film projects simultaneously, a decision he later came to regret."I've done three shifts a day, and there's no worse torture in the world. There was a time when I was acting in several films just for the money. And I realised no amount of money is worth this agony, jumping from one set to another," Shah reflecting on those hectic days, Shah shed light on the often-unspoken realities of the film industry. "Half the time, you're just socialising on set. You arrive for a 9 am shift, then spend another hour or so having breakfast, enjoying the scenery, and gossiping. I know someone who'd love that," referring to his wife and fellow actor Ratna Pathak Shah who also participated in the conversation, offered her own perspective on work and artistic commitment. "I've done very little work that is of high quality. Most of my work has been on television, so that's not the kind of quality we refer to when we talk about great art. But I've realised that if I don't give it my all, if I don't apply the same skills I use while doing theatre, then it neither sounds nor looks right," she She added, "I do so little work that I can't get myself to cheat even in that. I understand if I'm doing four shifts a day, then I'd just split in one and move ahead. But if a play or a role comes to me after two years, then at least I should work hard on that."The couple's respect for each other's work was clear when Ratna, speaking at the FICCI FLO Hyderabad Summit, said she admires Naseeruddin's strong focus on his work, but also feels a bit jealous of it. 'I love the fact that he is totally focused on his work, and he is the most generous person to work with as an actor, as a director, in every way. As a director, he helps every single person arrive at the best of what they are capable of."Naseeruddin Shah was most recently seen in 'Fateh', Sonu Sood's directorial debut, alongside Jacqueline Fernandez, Vijay Raaz, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya. Released in February, the cyber-thriller followed the journey of an ex-agent fighting a cyber mafia but received mixed reviews and modest box office returns, earning Rs19.06 crore Watch
